Welcome to Smartys Little Acorns, our beautifully designed Early Years setting for children aged 2.5–5 years.
Little Acorns has been thoughtfully created to feel like a true home from home—warm, nurturing, and inspiring. .
Katie Setting Manager and Named Designated Safeguarding lead and SEN lead
Natasha Setting Deputy Manager and Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Our highly experienced and dedicated Pre-School team specialise in supporting the unique developmental needs of young children, offering a gentle, enriching, and engaging experience for every child who joins us.
Housed within a spacious double-storey property, the environment benefits from an open-plan layout and carefully considered design.
The bright, airy rooms and calming colour schemes have been chosen to promote a sense of zen, encouraging children to feel settled, confident, and ready to explore the carefully curated activities and resources available each day.
Little Acorns Setting Curriculum document
Our children enjoy an array of outdoor facilities designed to extend learning beyond the classroom. For our downstairs cohort, we offer an open-plan, free-flow outdoor zone where children can independently access a safe and stimulating environment.
Outdoor learning sits at the heart of our approach. We are proud to have a dedicated, fully trained Forest School teacher and leader, who inspires our outdoor vision and supports children in building confidence, resilience, and a deep connection with the natural world. We have excellent relationships with primary schools both within the local community and beyond. These strong professional links help ensure a smooth and supportive transition for children as they prepare for school readiness.
Smartys Little Acorns operates the same extended hours as our wider provision: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 6:00pm, 52 weeks of the year, closing only for public bank holidays.
